Tributes have been paid to a dad who died after falling ill in a town in Fife. Liam Kinch has been named locally as the man who passed away after taking unwell at a property on Pilgrims Way Avenue in Cardenden on Thursday, August 13.
Emergency services, including Police Scotland and the Scottish Ambulance Service, rushed to the scene around 3pm. Liam was sadly pronounced dead upon arrival. His death is currently being treated as "unexplained". A second man was taken to Victoria Hospital to be checked over and was later allowed home.
Community Mourns a 'Well Known Lad'
Loved ones have flooded social media to express their condolences following the incident. Liam, whose age is not yet known, has been described as "one of a kind" and a "well known lad" by those left devastated by his loss.
Katelynn Ellis shared heartfelt words, writing: "RIP Liam Kinch. My guy. One of a kind. Still can't believe this. I will do you proud, I promise you that. Love you always."
Friends and Family Pay Tribute
Debora Docherty commented: "Rest in peace Kinchy. Sending sincere condolences to his dear family and friends. His mother and father will be absolutely devastated." Andrew Dunlop was shocked, writing: "Wtf. I saw Kinchy two days ago walking along the road. Condolences to his family and friends. Well known lad."
Kenny Cochrane agreed: "Great guy. Used to work with him. Rest well, Kinch." Kirsty Rosocki scribed: "RIP kinchy pal. Fly high. Pure sin. GBNF." Pogo Fleming wrote: "RIP Liam Kinch. Rest easy pal." Eck Duff seconded: "RIP young fella, condolences to the family."
Police Investigation Underway
Photos taken on the street last week showed at least three blue-lit ambulances and two police cars parked up on the street. A uniformed officer was spotted standing guard on the road while worried residents observed the scene.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "Around 3.05pm on Thursday, 13 August, 2026 police were called to a report of two men having taken unwell in Pilgrims Way Avenue, Cardenden. Emergency services attended and one man was pronounced dead at the scene. The second man was taken to Victoria Hospital to be checked over and was later discharged. The death is being treated as unexplained and enquiries are ongoing. A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal."
